The Role at a glance: We are looking to add a skilled, experienced Director of Catering to our Collegiate Dining team in Bowie. As a Director of Catering, you will have the opportunity to provide leadership to and direct the development of an assigned business unit. What you'll be doing: Providing strategic leadership to the unit sales team to ensure the success of revenue goals, including guiding and supporting unit sales, event planning and execution, and by personally representing the company. Building unit level sales teams by recruiting, selecting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, and providing counseling to business unit sales team members to ensure both individual and team success and growth. Developing business performance against company sales standards and metrics, including budgeted sales goals, event profitability, guest satisfaction, employee engagement, and safety and sanitation. Building and maintaining positive relationships with clients and employees. Ensuring the highest level of integrity and accountability in all business dealings. What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

At least seven years' experience in event or catering sales management. Excellent leadership and analytical skills. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Nice-to-haves:

Experience in a high-volume, upscale catering, restaurant, hotel, or resort environment. Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or a related field. Where you'll be working: Bowie State University Compensation Range Up to $75,000 per year depending on experience

Our Benefits:

Medical (FT Employees) Dental Vision Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Discount Program Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) EAP 401k Sick Time Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays) Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)

Paid Time Off Pay:

Up to $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person